2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 325 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 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. 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 (391 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | CL | Diamante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |