2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 66 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. 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 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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.
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2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touareg | Multivan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |