2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | C | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
