2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 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 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
Model | CL | Exige |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4964 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |