1991 Ford Scorpio vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1991 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Scorpio | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Scorpio | Touareg |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |