2008 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Escape weights approximately 491 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Escape | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escape | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |