2001 Acura Integra vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 949 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2001 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
