2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SSR | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |