2010 Lexus HS vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lexus HS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus HS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Lexus HS. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus HS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 467 kg more than 2010 Lexus HS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus HS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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.
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2010 Lexus HS | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | HS | Touareg |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | CVT | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4694 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |