2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 6 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 535 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus IS. 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, 2010 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. 2010 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lexus |
| Model | Touareg | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
