2004 Isuzu Rodeo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu Rodeo would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. (334 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Rodeo | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rodeo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
