2006 Mazda MPV vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MPV. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 284 kg more than 2006 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MPV, 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda MPV | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MPV | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5461 cc |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 383 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |