2008 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,513 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 597 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz S | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | S | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2496 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 178 HP |
Torque | 830 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |