2002 Chrysler LHS vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler LHS. (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler LHS.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler LHS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 826 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler LHS | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | LHS | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 1153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
