1948 Simca 5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 5 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1752 kg more than 1948 Simca 5. 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 1948 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Simca 5 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
