2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 979 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panda | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 88 L |
