2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 @ 2650 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 753 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. 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 2012 Buick Verano. 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 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Buick Verano | |
Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
Model | Touareg | Verano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |