2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 322 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | S | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5784 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |