2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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 91 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (130 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 963 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. 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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touareg | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2312 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
