1996 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1651 kg more than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Reliant Scimitar | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Reliant | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scimitar | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 2544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2860 mm |
