2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sonoma 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 400 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sonoma.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sonoma. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2001 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 2001 GMC Sonoma 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:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sonoma | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
