1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 342 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aurora | CL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
