2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 3 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), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | CLS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
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 | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |