2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 248 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | Touareg |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6599 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2560 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2860 mm |