2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
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 (631 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLS | 350Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6206 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |