2007 Acura TL vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TL | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 99 L |