2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (218 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (407 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Expedition 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Expedition Touareg
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 2966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 218 HP
Torque 495 Nm 407 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1910 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km


 

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