2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 267 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-250. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-250 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 100 L |