2011 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 507 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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2011 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | E | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1298 kg |