1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1623 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F399. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F399 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |
