2002 Ferrari 550 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 520 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 550.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari 550. 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, 2002 Ferrari 550 (570 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 550 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 550 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
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 |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |