1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 984 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Cutlass | Touareg |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |