2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Xsara | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
