2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz B and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 896 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | B | Transporter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |