1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1995 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mondeo. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondeo | Touareg |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |