1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 569 kg more than 1992 GMC Typhoon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1992 GMC Typhoon | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Typhoon | Touareg |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |