2002 Lexus ES vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Lexus ES. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus ES weights approximately 299 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus ES. (325 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus ES | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | ES | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
