1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 702 kg more than 1993 Ford Fairlane. 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 1993 Ford Fairlane. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fairlane | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |
