1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick LeSabre 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 316 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |