2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (420 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 264 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (552 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
