2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 116 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (402 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 952 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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 (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CL | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1880 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |