2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2004 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 286 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 404 kg more than 2004 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 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (301 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2029 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
