2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Caterham | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 21 | CL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |