2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 179 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |