2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
Model | CL | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 33 L |