2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1400 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 694 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pride Wagon | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2954 mm |
