2007 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Edge 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 253 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Edge | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
