2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 703 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (278 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Eclipse | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 2215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
