2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Vitara | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
