2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (632 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 632 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
