2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 7,253 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML. (582 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML. (721 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 7253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 582 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
