1993 Honda Concerto vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1509 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Concerto | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Concerto | Touareg |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |