1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (396 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Statesman | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
