1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 716 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |
