2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Opel Astra
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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra 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 2005 Opel Astra. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2197 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 | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
