2009 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 152 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | G | GTI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |
