2004 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 487 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Explorer | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |
