2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL

To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Trajet and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Trajet 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
Make Hyundai Mercedes-Benz
Model Trajet CL
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1974 cc 5461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 383 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 531 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 98 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.5 mm 90.5 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 170 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.2 seconds 5.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1995 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 12.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 90 L


 

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