2008 Acura TL vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2008 Acura TL and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 611 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (460 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TL | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4966 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
