2005 Chrysler LHS vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler LHS. (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler LHS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 895 kg more than 2005 Chrysler LHS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler LHS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler LHS | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | LHS | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
