2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 343 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
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, 2008 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fusion | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |