2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Explorer | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Explorer | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |