2001 Toyota Supra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Supra. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Supra | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Supra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2210 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
