2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |