2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2005 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 325 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CL | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1831 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 84 L |