2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2000 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Touareg | Clarus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |