2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 485 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1999 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CL | Verada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
