2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2006 Porsche 911
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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | CL | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.4 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |