2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Golf | B |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2699 mm |
