1995 Porsche 993 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 993. (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Porsche 993 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 993 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2524 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |