2010 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | CL | Meriva |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |