2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
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 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | CL | Dion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |