2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |