1948 Jeep CJ2A vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1119 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ2A | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | CJ2A | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
