Mercedes S class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes S class engine produces 31 HP more power than Volkswagen Phaeton, whereas torque is 35 NM more than Volkswagen Phaeton. Thanks to more power Mercedes S class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
10.1
12.2
The Mercedes S class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes S class consumes 2.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Phaeton, which means that by driving the Mercedes S class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 315 litres of fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
90 litres
90 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
890 km in combined cycle
730 km in combined cycle
1160 km on highway
960 km on highway
Mercedes S class gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Volkswagen Phaeton) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes S class) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions.
Dimensions
Length:
5.08 m
5.06 m
Width:
1.87 m
1.90 m
Height:
1.47 m
1.45 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes S class is 2 cm longer than the Volkswagen Phaeton, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes S class is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
560 litres
500 litres
Mercedes S class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes S class has 60 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Phaeton.
