2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2007 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2007 Pontiac G6 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 339 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac G6. (169 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac G6.
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 Pontiac G6, 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac G6. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2007 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | CLS | G6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
