1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1992 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1992 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 201 kg more than 1992 GMC Typhoon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Typhoon | CLS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2875 mm |
