2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 112 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
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 Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460. 2006 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1993 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1993 Volvo 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touran | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touran | 460 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
