1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 950 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Cavalier | Touareg |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |