2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL. (603 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 387 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SLR McLaren | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 603 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 88 L |