1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Festiva 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Festiva Touareg
Year Released 1992 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1323 cc 4172 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 411 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 93 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 2250 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2860 mm


 

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