2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1392 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-350. (495 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-350 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |
