1999 Ford 021 C vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford 021 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford 021 C 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 122 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1999 Ford 021 C. 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 1999 Ford 021 C. 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) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford 021 C. (146 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford 021 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford 021 C | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | 021 C | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |
