2005 Chrysler Neon vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Neon. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Chrysler Neon has manual transmission. 2005 Chrysler Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Neon | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Neon | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 90 L |
