2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 417 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | CLS | Passat |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |