2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 278 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.

Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2008 Volkswagen Passat
Make Mercedes-Benz Volkswagen
Model CLK Passat
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4966 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 161 HP
Torque 460 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 78.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 226 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.2 seconds 8.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1788 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 62 L


 

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