2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 28 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | C | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |