2001 Ford Think Neighbor 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 Think Neighbor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Think Neighbor would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 718 kg more than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (530 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. (175 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Think Neighbor | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Think Neighbor | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1170 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2960 mm |
