2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1121 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panda | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |
