2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 629 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (540 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GL | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2459 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
