2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1262 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. 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 Toyota Prius. 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 (750 Nm) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Touareg | Prius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4916 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2642 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
