2011 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 534 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CL | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 536 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 799 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5105 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
