2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 30 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CLS | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |