1944 Citroen 7 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 7 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 7. (35 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1624 kg more than 1944 Citroen 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Citroen 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1944 Citroen 7 has manual transmission. 1944 Citroen 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 7 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1529 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
