2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 628 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Hilux | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Hilux | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 222 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |