2009 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 193 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | B | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
