2006 Kia Cerato 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 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Cerato 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 405 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Cerato has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Cerato 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 Kia Cerato | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cerato | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |