2003 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 511 kg more than 2003 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Thunderbird | Touareg |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 16.8: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |