2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. 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 (460 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CL | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
