2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mondeo | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |