2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-250 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |