1998 Subaru Vivio vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1657 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Subaru Vivio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1998 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1998 Subaru Vivio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Subaru Vivio | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Vivio | Touareg |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |