2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre. (8 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | E | 1 Litre |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 8 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
