2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic 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 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 385 more horse power than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic 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 | 2010 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CL | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
