2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (222 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 693 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | E | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
