1955 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Volkswagen Beetle 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Beetle Touareg
Year Released 1955 2002
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1192 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 38 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 3900 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 95.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 2210 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2860 mm


 

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