2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 645 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Airflite | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1428 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2955 mm |
