1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 878 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 2544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
