2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
