2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2005 Peugeot 807 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 473 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 313 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 807. 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 Peugeot 807, 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 687 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 807. (314 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | CL | 807 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2111 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
