1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 714 kg more than 1996 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Aerostar | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Aerostar | Touareg |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |