2001 Ford Windstar vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Windstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Windstar would be higher. Both 2001 Ford Windstar and 2013 Volkswagen Touareg are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Ford Windstar. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Windstar.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Windstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Windstar | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Windstar | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 5103 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2893 mm |
