2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima 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 202 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Altima. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Altima 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 | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CL | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |