1998 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 198 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Mercedes-Benz A 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Mercedes-Benz Volkswagen
Model A Touareg
Year Released 1998 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2460 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1120 kg 1318 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2860 mm


 

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