2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 825 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | CL | 405 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
