2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 218 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (292 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (457 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |
