2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2006 Renault Espace
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 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Espace 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 428 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CL | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
