2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 203 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 501 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 New Beetle | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | CLS | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4964 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 55 L |