2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL

To start off, both 2006 Cadillac SRX and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 101 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.

Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac SRX 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
Make Cadillac Mercedes-Benz
Model SRX CL
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3562 cc 5980 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 604 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 1000 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 201 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.1 seconds 4.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1889 kg 1788 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 14.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 88 L


 

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