2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 416 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | C | Touran |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
