2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2006 Proton Satria
To start off, 2006 Proton Satria is newer by 3 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 197 more horse power than 2006 Proton Satria. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Proton Satria.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Proton Satria. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2006 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Proton |
| Model | Touareg | Satria |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
