2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen AAC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen AAC would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen AAC. (309 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen AAC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1458 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | AAC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
