2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | CL | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 831 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |