2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 789 kg more than 2004 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 SL 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 SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | SL | Touran |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
