2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 2 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 359 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Freestar | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
