2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 5 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 244 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | CL | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 46 L |
