2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 2 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 78 more horse power than 2010 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura TL.
Because 2010 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL 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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 Acura TL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
Model | CL | TL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |