2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1009 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2002 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Touareg | CR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4921 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 1153 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |