2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 685 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CX-7 | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 99 L |
