2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz S and 2009 Volkswagen CC were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC, 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 S (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen CC. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen CC has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen CC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | S | CC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1984 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 | 631 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |