2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Explorer. 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 (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Touareg | Explorer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |