2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
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 GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. Both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL are equipped with a 5,461 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 383 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | GL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
