2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-250. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 550 kg more than 2010 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-250. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-250. 2010 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Touareg | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
