2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. (432 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SL | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |