1994 Daewoo Brougham vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Daewoo Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Daewoo Brougham would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Daewoo Brougham. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1994 Daewoo Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 513 kg more than 1994 Daewoo Brougham. 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1994 Daewoo Brougham has manual transmission. 1994 Daewoo Brougham will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daewoo Brougham | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brougham | CLS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
