2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1953 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1953 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | CLS | 203 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5460 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |