2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 318 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 231 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | CL | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |