2012 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 256 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Touareg | 2005 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touareg | V |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 3010 mm |