2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. Both 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL are equipped with a 5,461 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CLK | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
