2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 751 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tahoe | Touran |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
