2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | CLS | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |