2007 Ford Territory vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 4 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 288 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Territory. 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 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Territory | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
