2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1997 Xedos 6 has manual transmission. 1997 Xedos 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Xedos |
| Model | CL | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
