2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 10 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 117 more horse power than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 645 kg more than 2013 Honda Crosstour. 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 2013 Honda Crosstour. 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. 2013 Honda Crosstour 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. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Touareg | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
