2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 888 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (411 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Volkswagen Touareg 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Touareg Jetta
Year Released 2003 2004
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 305 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 411 Nm 240 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 96 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2250 kg 1362 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.6 L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 20.3 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L


 

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