2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (469 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, both vehicles can yield 700 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CL | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |