2012 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 547 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Falcon | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Falcon | Touareg |
Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 409 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | LPG | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4967 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |