1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol 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) has 115 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. 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 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. 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) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol 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:
1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic Del Sol | Touareg |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 95.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |