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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 816 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
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 | 4014 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2096 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 | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 78 L |
