2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 49 kg more than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grand Caravan | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 700 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 88 L |