1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 425 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 200 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
