2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 323 kg more than 2004 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Galaxy | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Galaxy | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
