1996 Ford Windstar vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Windstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Windstar would be higher. Both 1996 Ford Windstar and 2013 Volkswagen Touareg are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Ford Windstar. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Windstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 564 kg more than 1996 Ford Windstar. 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 1996 Ford Windstar. 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.
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1996 Ford Windstar | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Windstar | Touareg |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |