2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2006 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Explorer | Touran |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
