2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |
