2006 Mercedes-Benz CK vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK 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 CK. 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 Mercedes-Benz CK (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CK | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | CK | Transporter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 522 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |