1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick 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 164 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maverick | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1732 mm |
