2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Sky. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Sky.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Sky. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Sky. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2007 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2007 Saturn Sky 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 | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saturn |
Model | CLS | Sky |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |