2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
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 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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 229 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | CL | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
