2005 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nitro | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
