2004 Toyota Hilux vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hilux. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1376 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hilux. (441 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Hilux | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hilux | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2316 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |
