2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 936 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Volkswagen Polo 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Polo Touareg
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 4172 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 335 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 84.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.3 seconds 8.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1314 kg 2250 kg
Vehicle Length 3900 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5 L/100km 14.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 100 L


 

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