2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
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 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 5,982 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. 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, 2005 Mini Cooper, 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 (1,001 Nm) has 850 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
Model | CL | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5982 cc | 1604 cc |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 151 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |