2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva 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 444 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | CL | Meriva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |