2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 444 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant, 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 786 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CL | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |
