1992 Dodge Monaco vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Monaco. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 839 kg more than 1992 Dodge Monaco. 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 1992 Dodge Monaco. 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 (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Monaco. (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Monaco | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaco | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
