2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 388 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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 Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |