2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 746 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Explorer | Routan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 78 L |
