2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 791 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |
