2001 Ford Urban Explorer vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Urban Explorer would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 316 more horse power than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 867 kg more than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. (380 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Urban Explorer | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Urban Explorer | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |
