2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 763 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2029 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
