2009 Ford S-Max vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Ford S-Max 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2009 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford S-Max.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford S-Max. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2009 Ford S-Max 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.
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2009 Ford S-Max | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S-Max | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |