1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara 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 345 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Xsara | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |