1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1432 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ponton | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 4916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
