2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2007 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (287 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | CLS | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.2:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |