2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane 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 407 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Megane 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 | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CL | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 153 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 | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
