2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1347 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2002 Honda Z | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Touareg | Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |