2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 407 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 721 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2111 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |
