2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (510 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SL | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |