2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tiguan | C |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |