1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fairlane | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2960 mm |
