2003 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (236 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 168 kg more than 2003 Ford Explorer. 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, 2003 Ford Explorer (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Explorer | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Explorer | Touareg |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |