2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1502 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ginetta G34. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ginetta G34 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ginetta | Volkswagen |
| Model | G34 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1730 mm |
