2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 524 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 743 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | CL | Colorado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |