1992 Mazda MX-6 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 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda MX-6 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 375 more horse power than 1992 Mazda MX-6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 751 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-6. 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 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda MX-6. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda MX-6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda MX-6 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MX-6 | CL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
