2008 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 855 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum 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 (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Magnum | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
