2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Neon 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 379 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | CL | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
