2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1357 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (530 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vision | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
