2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 395 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Studebaker | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5952 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2954 mm |
