1991 Porsche 965 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 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 847 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 965. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 965. (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 965.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 965 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 965 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
