2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 347 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 88 L |
