2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | SL | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |