2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | CL | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
