1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 662 kg more than 1951 Jaguar MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Jaguar MK V. 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 (500 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK V | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
