2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 4 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 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 934 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. 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 2013 Volkswagen GTI. 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 (359 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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.
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2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touareg | GTI |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |