2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 6 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 719 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.

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 CL (1,001 Nm) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model CL CLC
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5982 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 604 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 1001 Nm 351 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2111 kg 2830 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 62 L


 

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