2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2006 Mini One
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 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini One 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 308 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini One. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini One. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2006 Mini One has manual transmission. 2006 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2006 Mini One | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | CL | One |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
