2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 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 (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2008 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 2008 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 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Volkswagen Touareg 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Touareg Jetta
Year Released 2003 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 306 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2400 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L


 

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