1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 58 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Statesman | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2604 mm |
