2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | CL | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
