1995 Porsche 928 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 829 kg more than 1995 Porsche 928.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 928 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 928 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5395 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
