2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 192 kg more than 2011 Dodge Nitro. 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 (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | CL | Nitro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |