2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2009 Scion xB
To start off, 2009 Scion xB is newer by 4 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 335 more horse power than 2009 Scion xB. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 598 kg more than 2009 Scion xB. 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion xB. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2009 Scion xB | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Scion |
| Model | CL | xB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |
