2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Impala 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 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Impala | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |