2006 Ford S-Max vs. 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford S-Max (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford S-Max | 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-Max | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
