2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2008 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 235 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | CL | Captiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |