1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz S and 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 500 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan. (279 Nm). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1999 Volkswagen Eurovan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | S | Eurovan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2930 mm |
