2009 Ford Flex vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Flex would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1171 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Flex. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Flex | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |