2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 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 245 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | CL | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
