2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 599 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | CLK | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |