2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 762 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Wrangler | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |