2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |