Mercedes S class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes S class engine produces 4 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 1.6 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
11.1
12.2
The Mercedes S class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes S class consumes 1.1 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 165 litres of fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
88 litres
90 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
790 km in combined cycle
730 km in combined cycle
1080 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:
5.16 m
5.06 m
Width:
1.86 m
1.90 m
Height:
1.44 m
1.45 m
Mercedes S class is 10 cm longer than the Volkswagen Phaeton, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes S class is 1 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
no data
500 litres
Turning diameter:
12.2 meters
12 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes S class is 0.2 metres more than that of the Volkswagen Phaeton.