1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (200 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Coupe. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 970 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Coupe. (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Coupe. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Fiat Coupe 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Coupe Touareg
Year Released 1995 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1909 cc 4172 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 200 HP
Torque 295 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 11.1:1
Top Speed 225 km/hour 218 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 2250 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 100 L


 

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