2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
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 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 486 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. 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 (1,001 Nm) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | CL | XL7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5982 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2111 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |