1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 614 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Kombi |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |