2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | E | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |