2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 719 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SL | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
