2006 Ford Territory vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 851 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Territory | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
