2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 480.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 480. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1993 Volvo 480 has manual transmission. 1993 Volvo 480 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CL | 480 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
