2009 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 810 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 2009 Daewoo Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Nubira | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nubira | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
