1998 Ford Versailles vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Ford Versailles. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Versailles.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Versailles. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Versailles | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Versailles | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
