2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 152 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CL | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
