2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2007 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
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, 2007 Renault Megane, 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 (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Megane 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.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2007 Renault Megane | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | CL | Megane |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |