2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz E and 2006 Volkswagen Pickup were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup, 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 E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | E | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
