2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. 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 73 more horse power than 2005 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 263 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
Model | CL | Monaro |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |