1996 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 370 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
