2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Forenza 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 258 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2004 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | CL | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
