2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 462 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari Maranello. 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, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ferrari Maranello | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Maranello | Touareg |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 100 L |