2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 382 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 530 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| 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 | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
