2011 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 970 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | B | T5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
