2006 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP) has 260 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 850 Nm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
