2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 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 (494 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | CL | SRX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |