2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2005 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 CL (800 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | CL | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |