1942 Jeep MB vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Jeep MB would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 385 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Jeep MB | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | MB | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |
