2005 Holden Caprice vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2005 Holden Caprice. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Caprice.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Caprice. (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Caprice | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |