2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2007 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2007 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Almera. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 572 kg more than 2007 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Almera. (248 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Almera. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Almera 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 | 2007 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLS | Almera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2184 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1348 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |