1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (525 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eldorado | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
