2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |