2010 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Laser would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2005 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Ford Laser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | CL | Laser |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 829 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2215 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5065 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2620 mm |