2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 376 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Viano (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | Viano | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |