2000 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 726 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CL | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2360 mm |
