1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | CL |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2960 mm |
