2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (250 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touareg | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |