1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maverick | CLS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1417 mm |
