2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Mazda 5

To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 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 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 145 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 297 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. 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, 2011 Mazda 5, 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 2011 Mazda 5
Make Mercedes-Benz Mazda
Model CL 5
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4966 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1865 kg 1568 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4585 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1615 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 99 L 60 L