2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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 CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CLS | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |