2006 Toyota Tazz vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 874 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Tazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Tazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tazz | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tazz | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3187 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
