1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 116 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | S | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 4170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |