2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle

To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. 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 158 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Volkswagen Touareg 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Touareg Beetle
Year Released 2003 1999
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 306 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 86.4 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2400 kg 1266 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L


 

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