2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 9 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 64 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | CL | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 72 L |
