1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 861 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ranger | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Touareg |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2256 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 |