2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2006 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2006 Suzuki SX4 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Suzuki SX4. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2006 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | CL | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
