1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1462 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | V6 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
