2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1442 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Touareg | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |
