1996 Volkswagen Fusca vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Volkswagen Fusca | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Fusca | Touareg |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |