2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix 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) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | CL | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
