2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 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), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CL | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |