2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nitro | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
