2006 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Touareg | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touareg | Fusca |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |