2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 803 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 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 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touareg | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2312 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
