2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | CLS | 100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
