2005 Saab 9000 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2005 Saab 9000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9000. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9000. (280 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9000. 2005 Saab 9000 has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saab 9000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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