2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 204 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | CL | CTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |