1998 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volkswagen Beetle | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
