1989 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Touareg |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |