2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 72 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CL | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
