2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 335 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GL | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |