2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Fiesta 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Fiesta Touareg
Year Released 2007 2002
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1558 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 216 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 204 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 95.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.3:1 11.3:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1145 kg 2214 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.5 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 100 L


 

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