2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fusion | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |