2012 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1994 Honda Integra

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1994 Honda Integra. (143 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 938 kg more than 1994 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Volkswagen Touareg 1994 Honda Integra
Make Volkswagen Honda
Model Touareg Integra
Year Released 2012 1994
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1834 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type 8-speed shiftable automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2137 kg 1199 kg
Vehicle Length 4796 mm 4525 mm
Vehicle Width 1941 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1732 mm 1325 mm
Wheelbase Size 2893 mm 2620 mm


 

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