2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKX 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKX. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Lincoln MKX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lincoln |
| Model | CL | MKX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4737 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1715 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
