2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover Sport | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 5512 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 90 L |