2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL 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 255 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1999 Acura EL 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 | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | CL | EL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| 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 | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2619 mm |
