2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2005 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 369 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLS | 350Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |