1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 2007 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
