2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (350 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 575M Maranello | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 1153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
