2011 Lexus RX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Lexus RX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 417 kg more than 2011 Lexus RX.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus RX. (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lexus RX | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | RX | Touareg |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |