2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2009 Opel Agila were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 323 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Agila. 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2009 Opel Agila | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | CL | Agila |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5459 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 41 L |