2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |
