2002 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 237 kg more than 2002 Ford F-150. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-150. (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford F-150 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-150 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |