1955 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 404 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
