2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 678 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 816 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CL | Capri |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |