2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2009 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 297 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Jimny.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2009 Suzuki Jimny 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 | 2009 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | CL | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
