2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1111 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
