2001 Porsche 996 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 762 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 996 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 996 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |