2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Esprit. (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Esprit | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 88 L |