2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CL | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
