1988 Renault 5 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 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 122 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 5. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 5 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
