2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 303 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
Model | CL | Enclave |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 83 L |