2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2004 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CL | Monterey |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 98 L |