1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 324 kg more than 1973 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Touareg |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |