2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 202 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model CL E
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5461 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 383 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 531 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.5 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 227 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.4 seconds 10.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1995 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 89 L