2010 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 553 kg more than 2013 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Touareg | C-MAX |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1621 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 2.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 2.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |