1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 934 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet APV. 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 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | APV | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
