2002 Ford Lynx vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 448 kg more than 2002 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Lynx. 2007 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Lynx has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Lynx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Lynx | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Lynx | Touran |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |