2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (444 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 401 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (620 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CL | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2029 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
