2006 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touareg | 440 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
