2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1003 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.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-7. 2008 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CX-7 | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2183 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1419 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2955 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |