1993 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Clio | CL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
