2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu I-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 Isuzu I-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Isuzu I-350 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | I-350 | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 88 L |