2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 595 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CL | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
