2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 348 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spider | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
