2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford S-Max is newer by 8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2011 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 657 kg more than 2011 Ford S-Max. 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 2011 Ford S-Max. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford S-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Touareg | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
