2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 288 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 304 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
Make Mercedes-Benz Mitsubishi
Model CL Diamante
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5441 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 313 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1930 kg 1626 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 71 L


 

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