1993 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 336 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |
