1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | SZ | Touareg |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |