2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz S and 2009 Volkswagen T5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | S | T5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2459 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.4 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
