1994 Acura Integra vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura Integra 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 170 more horse power than 1994 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1354 kg more than 1994 Acura Integra. 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 1994 Acura Integra. 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 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
