1999 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 798 kg more than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Wrangler | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Wrangler | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
