2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP) has 292 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 26 kg more than 2004 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercury Monterey, 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 (701 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CL | Monterey |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 701 Nm | 357 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |