2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva 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 281 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva 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 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | CL | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |