2005 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 372 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | R | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
