1998 Xedos 6 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1167 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1998 Xedos 6 has manual transmission. 1998 Xedos 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Xedos 6 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Xedos | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2855 mm |
