2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 806 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ferrari 360 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 360 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.8: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |