2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H2. (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 623 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H2. (563 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | H2 | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 90 L |
