2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
Model | Touareg | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |