2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1602 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | CL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
