2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster 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 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 406 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 985 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. 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, 2011 Dacia Duster, 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 683 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2011 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Dacia Duster 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 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dacia |
| Model | CL | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
