2002 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1522 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 TVR Speed 12 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Speed 12 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7730 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 790 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
