2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 3 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 350 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 120 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 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CL | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
