2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2004 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 179 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Opel Zafira, 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | CL | Zafira |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 58 L |