2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2003 Holden Astra
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Astra would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2003 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2003 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | CL | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
