2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (525 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blackhawk | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
