1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 461 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | E | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
