2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 4 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i10. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i10 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i10 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 | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Touareg | i10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
