2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 5 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 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 19 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (475 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (630 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | CLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2029 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
