1999 Pontiac Rageous vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Rageous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Rageous would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 166 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Rageous.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1999 Pontiac Rageous has manual transmission. 1999 Pontiac Rageous will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Rageous | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Rageous | Touareg |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2893 mm |