2009 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 968 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rabbit | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |