2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Aspen would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 271 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler Aspen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aspen | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |
