2006 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 682 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
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 Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V 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. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Touareg | V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
