2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2004 Caterham 7 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1559 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Caterham | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 7 | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 800 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2029 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |