2001 Hyundai Clix vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Clix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Clix would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Clix (300 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Clix should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 560 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Clix.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Clix. (184 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Clix. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Clix has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Clix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Clix | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clix | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
