2001 Ferrari Maranello 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 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 565 kg more than 2001 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari Maranello. 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maranello | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 100 L |
