2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (525 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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 (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Astra 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 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
