2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (525 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 570 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GL | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 94.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |