2002 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 317 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer. 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 Explorer. 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 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Explorer | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
