2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 133 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 (630 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
