1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 742 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2893 mm |
