2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
