2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | CL | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2895 mm |