2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 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 262 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2029 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
