1999 Volkswagen Fusca 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 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 392 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1816 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fusca | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
