2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 686 kg more than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Wrangler | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3958 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |