2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP) has 304 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (481 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SSR | CL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 604 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
