1998 Tatra T700 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tatra T700 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 684 kg more than 1998 Tatra T700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tatra T700 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T700 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
