1992 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Orion 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 404 more horse power than 1992 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 910 kg more than 1992 Ford Orion. 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 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Orion. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Orion | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Orion | CL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
