1992 Holden Apollo 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 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1992 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1992 Holden Apollo has manual transmission. 1992 Holden Apollo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Apollo | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Apollo | Touareg |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |