1995 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 557 kg more than 1995 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fairlane. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fairlane | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2893 mm |
