2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 372 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CL | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 460 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |