2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. Both 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2008 Mercedes-Benz S are equipped with a 5,513 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (494 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
