2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 5 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 (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | CLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
