2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 9 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 40 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 602 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touareg | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |
