2001 Ford EX vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 Ford EX. (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford EX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford EX. (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford EX. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EX | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
