2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
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 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 307 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 375 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 307. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | CL | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
