2008 Lexus ES vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Lexus ES. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 682 kg more than 2008 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus ES. (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus ES | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | ES | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
