2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP) has 228 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
