2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | CLS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4917 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |