2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 524 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vivant | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
