2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Rossa would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari Rossa.
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 CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Rossa has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Rossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari Rossa | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rossa | CLS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 6208 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |