1999 Daihatsu SP-4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | SP-4 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |