2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 368 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 597 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | SL | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 237 HP |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 500 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2881 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |