2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Freestyle | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |