2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 CLC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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 CLC (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | CLC | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
