2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 676 kg more than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Navigator | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 90 L |
