2007 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda Drifter | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Drifter | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 4966 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 88 L |