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 648 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | S | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1967 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
