2013 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz C and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP) has 368 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 550 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | CL |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 613 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4591 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2008 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1428 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
