2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 1 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. 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) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (320 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Crown Victoria | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |