2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1122 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Taurus X | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |