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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 588 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 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 | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2304 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 |