2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 614 kg more than 1995 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Touareg | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2930 mm |