2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Econovan. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Econovan | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2893 mm |
