2006 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz G and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (561 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | G | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 100 L |
