2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | CLK | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4964 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |