1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee has manual transmission. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | CL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
