2007 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ka would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ka | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
