2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CL | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
