2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 321 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, both vehicles can yield 281 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Ford Freestyle | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Freestyle | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1683 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |