2005 Holden Rodeo vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Rodeo has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Rodeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Rodeo | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rodeo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2893 mm |
