2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 2005 Ford Explorer.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Explorer | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Explorer | Routan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 311 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
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 | 2870 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 |