2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2000 Suzuki Baleno
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 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Baleno 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 297 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Baleno has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Baleno 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 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | CL | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2490 mm |
