1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 875 kg more than 1994 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 717 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Spirit | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spirit | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2955 mm |
