2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz E and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,982 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 761 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5982 cc |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 88 L |