2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (346 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CLS | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |