2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Touareg | C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
