1998 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | CL | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5786 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 367 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
