2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 473 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 Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touran | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touran | 440 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
