2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 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 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (291 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CL | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
