2003 Ginetta G34 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2003 Ginetta G34 and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1590 kg more than 2003 Ginetta G34. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ginetta G34. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ginetta G34. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2003 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2003 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ginetta G34 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ginetta | Volkswagen |
Model | G34 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1730 mm |