2007 Lexus IS vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 551 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | IS | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |