1994 Renault 19 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 141 kg more than 1994 Renault 19.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19. 2005 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1994 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 19 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
