2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (156 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (250 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Golf | B |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2699 mm |
