1997 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Applause 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 408 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Applause.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 697 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Applause | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Applause | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
