2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 734 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | E | Routan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |