2012 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | B | Golf |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4359 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1557 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2699 mm | 2578 mm |
