1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 950 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ has manual transmission. 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | RZ | Touareg |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1732 mm |