2005 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2007 Renault Logan

To start off, 2007 Renault Logan is newer by 2 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2007 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1469 kg more than 2007 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Logan. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Volkswagen Touareg 2007 Renault Logan
Make Volkswagen Renault
Model Touareg Logan
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4921 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 309 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 225 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2524 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 50 L


 

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