1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1949 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark IV | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 850 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2860 mm |
