1991 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Escort (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 513 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touran |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
