2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 707 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 599.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 599. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ferrari |
Model | Touareg | 599 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2312 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 105 L |