2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. 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 161 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (349 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CL | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |