2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 461 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | CLS | Multivan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4964 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 80 L |