2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 1 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1472 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TSO. (534 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | TSO | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
