2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz E and 2006 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,222 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 180 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 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 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 Mercedes-Benz E (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | E | Touran |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3222 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
