2004 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL

To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL are equipped with a 4,966 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 346 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.

Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, both vehicles can yield 460 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mercedes-Benz ML 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model ML CL
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4966 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 288 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 235 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 6.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2211 kg 1865 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 14 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 17 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 99 L


 

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