2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2006 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP) has 403 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.

Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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