2005 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 366 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.

Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Volkswagen Touareg 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Volkswagen Mercedes-Benz
Model Touareg CLS
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 306 HP 402 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 218 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.1 seconds 5.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2256 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2875 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 80 L


 

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