1994 Volkswagen Gol vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1233 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volkswagen Gol | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gol | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
