2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 344 kg more than 2006 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 E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | E | Touran |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
