1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 875 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban 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 CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
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1974 GMC Suburban | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | CLS |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |