1997 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1997 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 400 kg more than 1997 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Statesman | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Statesman | CLS |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6208 cc |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |