2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 373 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 743 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | CL | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 56 L |
