2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 306 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 215 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1996 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1996 Peugeot 306 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 | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | CL | 306 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
