2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 278 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (510 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | CLS | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 563 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |