2008 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz A and 2008 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (301 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz A | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | A | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
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 | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |