2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (444 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (551 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | CLS | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6206 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
