2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (469 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 550. (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 550. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | CLS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |