1998 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (305 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 88 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (454 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
| Model | CL | Commander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5786 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 367 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
