2007 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 296 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Maverick | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Maverick | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |