2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2006 Opel Signum
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 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Signum 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 174 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Signum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
