2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP) has 274 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Xsara | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 382 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
