2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
