2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2010 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 7 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 2010 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Proton |
| Model | Touareg | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
