2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 171 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (461 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tahoe | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 88 L |
