1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 356 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Imperial | Routan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3078 mm |
