2001 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 214 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercedes-Benz V | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | V | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |