2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | CL | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
