1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1682 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Donkervoort | Volkswagen |
Model | D8 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |