2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Ford Falcon. (210 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Falcon.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 796 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Touareg | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 1153 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
