1998 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2893 mm |
