2011 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (576 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touareg | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2329 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |