2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL and 2008 Volvo XC90 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 201 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | CL | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |