2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant 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 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 263 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | CL | Galant |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |