2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (361 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |
