2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo 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 310 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Citroen |
Model | CL | Saxo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |