2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | C | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
