2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia 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 280 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CL | Proudia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2840 mm |
