2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2004 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | CL | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 70 L |