1996 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Scoupe | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Scoupe | Touareg |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |