2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
Model | CL | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 831 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |