2005 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1382 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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 2008 Fiat 500. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500. 2008 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Touareg | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2312 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |
