2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (525 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model SL CL
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5439 cc 6208 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 510 HP 525 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 720 Nm 631 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 102.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 94.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 249 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1875 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 14.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 62 L


 

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