2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Passat | G |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4769 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |