2004 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari Maranello 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.
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2004 Ferrari Maranello | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Maranello | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 603 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 88 L |