1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Scorpio. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Scorpio | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Scorpio | Touareg |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |