1992 Hyundai Lantra 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 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. 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 Hyundai Lantra. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1992 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1992 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Hyundai Lantra | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Lantra | Touareg |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |