2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. 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 383 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 3 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model CL E
Year Released 2006 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5980 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 604 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 1000 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 233 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.4 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1788 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.9 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 80 L


 

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