2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
