The SUV version of the Touareg model has a 4163 cc (254.0 ci) 32 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Volkswagen-VW Touareg 4.2 V8 FSI has a 6 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's AWD system.
The Touareg's 4163 cc (254.0 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 345 bhp (257 kW) @ 6800 rpm.
The Volkswagen-VW Touareg produces torque measuring 325 lb-ft (440.6 Nm) @ 3500 rpm.
The Touareg weighs around 2332 kg (5141 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 147.9 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 139.3 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Volkswagen-VW Touareg 4.2 V8 FSI - [2007] has a top speed of 145 mph (233.3 kph)
This Touareg accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 7.20 seconds or 0-100kph in 7.4s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.39 seconds with a trap speed of 91.4 mph.
2007 Touareg: Full Review and Comparisons.
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