2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 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 115 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac Escalade.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | CL | Escalade |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |