2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Pontiac Vibe
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 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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 396 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2004 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | CL | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
