2002 Mazda Spiano 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 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 955 kg more than 2002 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Spiano, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Spiano | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spiano | CLS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
