2008 Mazda MPV vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MPV weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MPV. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MPV. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda MPV | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MPV | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |