2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 361 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 684 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna. 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 608 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (192 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CL | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2029 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
