2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | CLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2147 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 89 L |