1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (268 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 714 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. 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 1990 Ferrari Mondial. 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 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondial | Touareg |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |