2000 Acura Integra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 244 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2004 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | Touran |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
