1956 Skoda 440 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1321 kg more than 1956 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Skoda 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Skoda 440 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | 440 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |