Ducati DesertX vs Aprilia Tuareg 660
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Ducati DesertX or Aprilia Tuareg 660? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between DesertX and Tuareg 660. Ducati DesertX Price starts at Rs.18.33 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Aprilia Tuareg 660 Price starts at Rs.18.85 Lakh (ex-showroom) for 660 STD. Ducati DesertX is 2 cylinder, 937 cc Engine can generate 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm power whereas Aprilia Tuareg 660 is a 2 cylinder, 659 cc Engine can generate 79.1 bhp @ 9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, DesertX provides a mileage of 17.8 kmpl (base model), and Tuareg 660 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Ducati DesertX is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas Aprilia Tuareg 660 is available in 3 colours & 2 variants.
DesertX vs Tuareg 660
| Key Highlights | Ducati DesertX | Aprilia Tuareg 660 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.18.33 Lakh | Rs.18.85 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 937 cc | 659 cc |
| Power | 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm | 79.1 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 17.8 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
| DesertX specifications | Tuareg 660 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 20.97 Lakh Price Breakup | 21.56 Lakh Price Breakup |
| Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 21 Litres | 18 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 937 cc | 659 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| DesertX Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Tuareg 660 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston | Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 320 | - |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 32 | 32 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 29 | 29 |
Front Wheel Size | 21 | 21 inch |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 36 | 39 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 32 | 36 |
Rear Wheel Size | 18 | 18 inch |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Spoke |
Front Suspension | KY46mUSforkfulladjustable | Kayaba 43mm upside-down fork fully adjustable 240mm trave |
Rear Suspension | KYB moNoshock& fully adjustable | Kayaba monoshock fully adjustable 240 mm wheel trave |
Front Tyre Size | 90/90 - 21 M/C | 90/90 R21 |
Instrumentation
| DesertX Instrumentation | Tuareg 660 Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | - |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| DesertX Exterior | Tuareg 660 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| DesertX Warranty | Tuareg 660 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 2 Years or Unlimited km | - |
Body & Suspension
| DesertX Body & Suspension | Tuareg 660 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Tubular steel trellis frame | Tubular Steel Frame |
Engine & Transmission
| DesertX Engine & Transmission | Tuareg 660 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | - | CDI |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 937 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Type | 11 twin-cylinder unit with desmodromic distribution | - |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Chain Drive | Manual |
Battery Capacity | - | 0.12 kwh |
Top Speed | 209 kmph | 198 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 94 mm x 67.5 mm | 81 x 63.93 mm |
Configuration | 13.3:1 | - |
Cooling type | Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | - |
Max Power | 108.6 bhp @ 9250 rpm | 79.1 bhp @ 9250 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| DesertX Comfort & Convenience | Tuareg 660 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | 4 | 4 |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | Yes | Yes |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| DesertX Safety | Tuareg 660 Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | Yes |
Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | - | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Brake Assist | Dual Channel ABS | - |
Power Modes | 4 | - |
Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| DesertX Dimensions & Capacity | Tuareg 660 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2390 mm | 2220 mm |
Width | 960 mm | 965 mm |
Height | 1178 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase | 1608 mm | 1525 mm |
Ground Clearance | 250 mm | - |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 21 Litres | 18 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 3.1 Litres | - |
Body Type | Adventure | - |
Seat Height | 875 mm | 860 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 223 kg | 204 kg |
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Detailed Comparison of Ducati DesertX and Aprilia Tuareg 660
Safety
DesertX comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Traction Control System. Tuareg 660 has Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Switch, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, Traction Control System.
Comfort & Convenience
Ducati DesertX has features like Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port and Aprilia Tuareg 660, on the other hand, has Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Call/SMS Alerts, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port.
Transmission
Ducati DesertX comes with 6 Speed Chain Drive transmission and Tuareg 660 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Ducati DesertX has a 21 Litres fuel tank with 1178 mm seat height. Aprilia Tuareg 660 has 1140 mm seat height and 18 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Ducati DesertX and Aprilia Tuareg 660 FAQs
What is the on-road price of Ducati DesertX?
The on-road price of Ducati DesertX is Rs. 20.97 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Aprilia Tuareg 660?
The on-road price of Aprilia Tuareg 660 is Rs. 21.56 Lakh in New Delhi.