2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 217 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, both vehicles can yield 305 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2005 Volkswagen Touareg 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Touareg Touareg
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3188 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 197 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2229 kg 2229 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 11.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 13.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 100 L


 

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