1991 Chevrolet APV vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 722 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet APV | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | APV | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
