2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda Drifter | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Drifter | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 4966 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 99 L |