1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Daimler | Volkswagen |
| Model | One-O-Four | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
