1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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 (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
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1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | Ponton | Touareg |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2210 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 |