2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1244 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Taurus | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |