2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 CLS (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | CLS | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1688 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |