2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 407 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-7. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda CX-7 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda CX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CX-7 | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |