1991 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat Tempra | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Tempra | Touareg |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |