1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 402 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK X.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Jaguar MK X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK X | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
