2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2006 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 207, 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 CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | CLS | 207 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |