1998 Ford Triton vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Triton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Triton would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Ford Triton. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Triton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1998 Ford Triton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Triton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Triton. (174 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Triton. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Triton has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Triton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Triton | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Triton | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2860 mm |
