2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 95 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
