1992 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 890 kg more than 1992 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
