2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 5 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP) has 906 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (444 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1389 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SSC Tuatara. 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SSC |
| Model | Touareg | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 1350 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2636 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2667 mm |
