2004 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Statesman 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 314 more horse power than 2004 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Statesman.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Statesman | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
