2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo GT and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 633 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |