1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 970 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda 626 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 626 | CL |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 536 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 799 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |