1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 976 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | E | Touareg |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1732 mm |