1993 Ford Probe vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Probe would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 979 kg more than 1993 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Probe | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Probe | Touareg |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |