2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lumina | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |