1993 Porsche 928 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 994 kg more than 1993 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 928 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 928 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
