2008 Ford GT vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 736 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2008 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
