2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 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 (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (234 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 325 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | CL | Fusion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |