2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CLS | R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |