2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (175 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | CLS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2596 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |