2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 763 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touareg | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2312 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 129 L |
