1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (224 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman. 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Statesman | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Statesman | CLS |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |