2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 7 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 (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. 2009 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari Rossa | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rossa | CLS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |