2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin V12 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Aston Martin V12. (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Aston Martin V12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin V12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin V12. (542 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin V12.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin V12 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V12 | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |