2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 518 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |