2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz S and 2011 Volkswagen GTD were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 821 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen GTD has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen GTD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | S | GTD |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 536 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 799 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
