2009 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz A and 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 597 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz A | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | A | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2881 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |