2005 Tata Mint vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Mint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Mint would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1404 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Tata Mint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Mint has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Mint will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Tata Mint | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Mint | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2893 mm |