2006 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. 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 1997 Xedos 6. 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 (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Xedos |
| Model | Touareg | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2229 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
