1953 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1953 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
