2004 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz V and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 704 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz V | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | V | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |