2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2008 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 292 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | CLS | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1910 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 149 HP |
Torque | 630 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |