2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 406 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 178 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | CL | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
