2005 Acura EL vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura EL would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2005 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2005 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | EL | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2893 mm |
