2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. 2009 Hyundai Entourage has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Entourage | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Entourage | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |