1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondeo | CL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
