2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1214 kg more than 2010 Toyota Hilux. 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 2010 Toyota Hilux. 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 (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Touareg | Hilux |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2544 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |