2000 Holden Vectra vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 695 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2000 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 2000 Holden Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Vectra | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vectra | CL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2960 mm |
