1999 Peugeot Nautilus vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 239 kg more than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nautilus | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
