2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2006 SsangYong Rodius were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 443 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 429 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rodius will offer significantly more control. 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 658 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2006 SsangYong Rodius has manual transmission. 2006 SsangYong Rodius will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | CL | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.4 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
