2008 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 569 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 320 | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
