2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 9 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 575 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
Model | CL | Continental |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 90 L |