2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 406 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 384 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2004 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 2004 Peugeot 406 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 | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | CL | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
