2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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) has 355 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Opel Zafira. 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 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |
