2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 615 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 CLS (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CLS | GL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 100 L |
