2003 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2003 Vector M12
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2003 Vector M12 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Vector M12. (484 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Vector M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 Vector M12. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vector M12. (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vector M12. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2003 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 2003 Vector M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2003 Vector M12 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vector |
Model | CL | M12 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 603 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |